It doesn't matter which way the acorn lays on the ground, the blossom end splits open and a the root sticks out and goes into the ground. The acorn will be discarded after some lengthy period when the resources in it are exhausted. The transition point disappears except in Oregon where it becomes a cloudy pad.Part organic, part inorganic kept damp. One hint of advice plant pointed end down so no huge sideways tap root upon sprouting.
Thank you. How tall should I let the tree grow before repotting? And then what soil?I plant English Oak in a flat of my organic mix, or on it anyway. They just lay on top and stick a foot out and find the soil and then a leaf stalk comes out and goes up. I do it on my cold greenhouse floor under the tables with the ambient light. They are happy there and I move them them out to more light in March or April. They germinate one at a time beginning maybe in late January or February.
I use Dollar Store aluminum roasting pans that are 2 3/4" deep with drain holes punched in them for seeding flats and they are deep enough to grow a seedling for 2 seasons. There are lots of species that shouldn't be disturbed in their first year, Oak among them, so this works for me. I use a highly organic media for everything, others use Kitty Litter or Oil Dry. I don't grow cats or allow automobile parking on my flats.Thank you. How tall should I let the tree grow before repotting? And then what soil?
Thank you. I really appreciate the help.I use Dollar Store aluminum roasting pans that are 2 3/4" deep with drain holes punched in them for seeding flats and they are deep enough to grow a seedling for 2 seasons. There are lots of species that shouldn't be disturbed in their first year, Oak among them, so this works for me. I use a highly organic media for everything, others use Kitty Litter or Oil Dry. I don't grow cats or allow automobile parking on my flats.
What kind of "live oak?"What is the best soil for planting live oak acorn for bonsai?
Yes, it is the Q virginiana. I know it won't survive winter outdoors here in Utah, but I've read that some folks have had success keeping them inside through the cold months. We'll see what happensWhat kind of "live oak?"
Species is pretty important here. "Live oak" is a pretty common term for many semi-deciduous oaks in the U.S.
If you're talking about the Southern Live Oak (quercus virginiana) won't make much difference what soil you use in Utah. The tree won't live past winter. A western species, like coast live oak, may be a different story...
I have one, or at least a hardier subspecies of Q. virginiana. It's an old collected tree. I overwinter it in a cold greenhouse. FWIW, if the temperature where the tree is is over 40 F, the tree will begin growing in mid-winter (like late Jan. and early Feb.) and will need alot of light.Yes, it is the Q virginiana. I know it won't survive winter outdoors here in Utah, but I've read that some folks have had success keeping them inside through the cold months. We'll see what happens
Well, that info is worth a lot. The winter area for my tree (January-February) will probably be around 40-45 F and quite dark. Can I effectively use artificial light?I have one, or at least a hardier subspecies of Q. virginiana. It's an old collected tree. I overwinter it in a cold greenhouse. FWIW, if the temperature where the tree is is over 40 F, the tree will begin growing in mid-winter (like late Jan. and early Feb.) and will need alot of light.
"Effective" is a relative term. The stronger light, the better. Humidity is also an issue indoors. Good luck.Well, that info is worth a lot. The winter area for my tree (January-February) will probably be around 40-45 F and quite dark. Can I effectively use artificial light?